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Which monster is dangerous a Cerberus or a sphinx?
Sphinx
How many sphinx are there in the world?
there is only 1 sphinx and it is located in ancient Egypt
What monster has the head of a woman and the body of a lion?
The Sphinx
What was the role of the Sphinx in Greek mythology?
The Sphinx was a very famous icon, especially in Greek mythology. The Sphinx is known as a female monster which has the body of a lion, the head of a woman, eagle wings and serpent tale. The role of the Sphinx was to reign terror on a town.
What does the Greek word Sphinx mean?
A sphinx is a mythical creature with the head of a human and the body of a lion.
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